Ayn Rand Institute Anthem Essay Contest: Open to 8th, 9th and 10th grade students worlwide. Submit an essay between 600-1200 words around the suggested topics listed on the website. (1) First prize: $2,000; (5) second prizes: $500, (10) Third Prizes: $200, (45) Finalist prizes: $50, and (175) Semi-finalist prizes: $30. Be sure to check out the ARI website for specific submission requirements. Deadline for submissions is March 25, 2016.

Ayn Rand Institute Fountainhead Essay Contest: Open to 11th and 12th grade students worldwide. Submit an essay between 800-1600 words around the suggested topics listed on the website. (1) First prize: $10,000; (5) second prizes: $2,000, (10) Third Prizes: $1,000, (45) Finalist prizes: $1,000, and (175) Semi-finalist prizes: $50. Be sure to check out the ARI website for specific submission requirements. Deadline for submissions is April 29, 2016.